Despite ban, pernicious military 'earmarks' are back in the billions
Senator Katie Britt secured funding for Abrams tanks produced in her district following contributions from the manufacturer's PAC and lobbyists.
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Senator Katie Britt secured funding for Abrams tanks produced in her district following contributions from the manufacturer's PAC and lobbyists.
A new watchdog report reveals that lawmakers added $34 billion in "backdoor earmarks" to the FY2026 Pentagon budget. These unrequested program increases lack transparency, allowing officials to direct funds to defense contractors who are often significant campaign donors.
Representative from Connecticut
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